BA 2009-10-07 EcDev
COPPELL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
October 7, 2009
MINUTES
The Coppell Economic Development Committee met at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at Coppell
Town Center, 2nd Floor Conference Room, 255 Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas 75019. The following were
present: Bill Rohloff, Gary Roden, Bradley Snyder, Greg Jenkins, Amanda O’Neal, Don Carroll, Greg Jenkins,
Kenneth Luttmer, James Walker, David Apple, Scarlett Hovland, Clay Phillips, and Mindi Hurley.
Call to Order
1.
Gary Roden called the meeting to order at 6:10 p.m.
Introduction of Committee members:
2.
Mindi welcomed new members, Don Carroll and James Walker. Each committee member
introduced her/himself. Mindi provided a roster of the members and asked that they review it and email
any changes to her.
Nomination and Election of Officers – Chairman and Vice-Chairman
3.
It was moved by Amanda O’Neal and seconded by Bradley Snyder that Bill Rohloff serve as
Chairman. The motion carried.
It was moved by James Walker and seconded by Kenneth Luttmer that Gary Roden serve as Vice-
Chair. The motion carried.
Nomination and Election of Coppell Economic Development Foundation members
4.
Mindi explained to the committee the duties and responsibilities of the Foundation members.
The Foundation members consist of the City Manager, Chair and Vice-Chair of the Economic
Development Committee along with two other members.
It was moved by James Walker and seconded by Amanda O’Neal that Bradley Snyder, Kenneth
Luttmer, will serve as members on the Foundation committee.
The Foundation members are named as Clay Phillips, Bill Rohloff, Gary Roden, Bradley Snyder
and Kenneth Luttmer. Mindi Hurley will act as staff liason.
Approval of Minutes:
5.September 2, 2009
It was moved by Kenneth Luttmer and seconded by Bradley Snyder that the minutes of
September 2, 2009 meeting be approved as amended. The motion passed unanimously.
Board Review
6.
Mindi Hurley reviewed the procedural manual with the committee and provided information
regarding definitions of terms, Economic Development Strategic Plan, Summary of Business
Incentives, Tax Abatement Application, Business retention, and the Old Coppell Master Plan.
Mindi advised that member terms will be extended until December 31.
Coppell 2030 Review
7.
Mindi explained that the Coppell Vision 2030 was developed to ensure that the high standard of
living present in Coppell today will be maintained in the future.
Gary Roden, Chair of the Coppell 2030 Steering Committee explained the framework of the
Committee. It was a collaborative effort led by residents, business members, and civic leaders
who volunteered their time, and created the vision. Five committees were created to represent
the following areas: Sense of Community, Special Place to Live, Community Wellness and
Enrichment, Business Prosperity, and Sustainable City Government.
Clay Phillips explained that vision 2030 is a long term master plan for the City. He advised the
City Council and City staff goals for each year would be related to the strategic planning for
Coppell Vision 2030. Clay shared that Coppell 2030 committee adopted the tag line “Coppell is
a Family Community for a Lifetime.”
Open Meetings Act video discussion
8.
Mindi advised the new members to view the Open Meetings Act video She explained how to
access the video on the website. The video needs to be viewed within the next 90 days and to
deliver the required certification to her office
Calendar of Meetings
9.
Mindi reviewed the meeting calendar. The Economic Development Committee will meet every
first Wednesday of the month. The meeting in November will be combined with City Council
and the Planning and Zoning Committee. The committee will meet as scheduled in December.
Upcoming Year – Goals and Projects
10.
Mindi advised that business retention would be a major focus for the committee. The committee
will also focus on the vacancies available for retail in allotted shopping centers.
Discussion followed. The following suggestions were made:
1. The committee review the strategic plan at the December meeting.
2. The committee meet in various business buildings for the monthly meeting.
3. A quarterly business letter be mailed.
4. Research other city plans.
5. Data base of business status.
6. Track the RFP’s and status.
7. Develop collateral material.
Chamber of Commerce Update
11.
Mindi reviewed the chamber calendar of events.
The chamber expo is scheduled for Sat., Oct. 10.
The golf tournament is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 12.
The Gala is scheduled for Sat., Feb. 27.
School District Update
12.
David Apple shared that the New Tech High School is very highly regarded as a state of the art
school.
New Tech High is still in need of local businesses for job shadowing.
Continues to be concern regarding the CISD budget.
General Discussion and Update on Commercial and Industrial Projects
13.
Mindi reviewed projects under construction and businesses that are now open or opening soon.
Mindi shared that Samsung has signed a lease and will be locating approximately 600 people in
the near future to the Point West development. This will be cell phone packing center. Of the
600 jobs, approximately 300 will be new jobs.
Mindi announced that Concote Corp. will lease some office/warehouse space at 600 Freeport
Pkwy.
Clay Phillips updated the committee regarding status of the Community Center and Northlake.
With no further business to discuss, it was moved by Bradlely Snyder and seconded by James Walker that
the meeting adjourn. By unanimous vote, the meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Scarlett Hovland
Secretary